Vilanculos Map
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Map of Vilanculos Accommodation
Vilanculos is known as the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago – a beautiful string of islands proclaimed a “World Heritage Site” in 1971. Vilanculos is about 740km north of Maputo and is accessible from road and air. The town of Vilanculos is well supplied and you’ll find loads of bohemian restaurants, bars and cafes, fully stocked shops and markets and a clinic. Beaches invite you to relax and spend lazy days next to brilliant blue
waters.
Productive offshore reefs in the area ensures that anything from
barracuda and sailfish to wahoo, kingfish and tuna and can be expected
when fishing from the boat. Kingfish concentrations are highest during
summer when spawning take place. Dolphins and whales frequent these
waters and there are 5 species of turtles 80% of Indo-Pacific fish
species reside here. You can also enjoy horse riding and bird watching.
The Bazaruto Archipelago National Park hosts the last viable population
of Dugongs on the east African Coast. Spend a day or two in the town of
Vilaculos where you can enjoy excellent eating houses and quaint
restaurants or stroll through the markets. Some of these beautiful spots have chalets built on stilts to overlook
the turquoise water.
Vilanculos has wonderful restaurants and bohemian cafes serving some of
the best seafood you will ever taste. Visit the Donna Anna Hotel that
was once a beacon of pride, but now in bad repair.
